Black and Proud: Ireland's first family of song, the Black Brothers, play a pre-St. Patrick's Day show at Espresso Garden.

Green Machine

IS ST. PATRICK'S DAY just another excuse to drink? No way! TiVO the St. Patrick's Day episode on History Channel and educate your friends at one of these fine establishments hosting Paddy's Day revelry. All events happen on March 17 unless otherwise noted, so plan ahead.

Warming Up

Annual St. Patrick's Day Mass
This traditional Catholic Mass is held entirely in Irish and includes a Gaelic choir, Irish dancers and music, followed by a reception. Sunday, Mar 13. 11:30am. Free. St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 582 Hope St, Mountain View. 650.967.3831.

City of Campbell St. Patrick's Day Festival
This all-day event will be held across several blocks in Campbell, from the railroad tracks on E. Campbell Avenue to the Kensington Art Centre's parking lot. 408.286.1313.

Duke of Edinburgh Pub & Restaurant
All-day festivities include a live band, corned beef and cabbage and other music, as well as Irish dancers in the evening. 10801 N. Wolfe Rd, Cupertino. 408.446.DUKE.

Fibber Magee's
Live bands at lunch, dancers in the afternoon and corned beef and cabbage all day. 156 S. Murphy Ave, Sunnyvale. 408.749.8373.